Honestly, I feel a great way to work on calming yourself down is to remind yourself that everyone is in the same position as you are in the class. No one wants to get up and present a presentation to a class of people who don't really care. But... (more)

Honestly, I feel a great way to work on calming yourself down is to remind yourself that everyone is in the same position as you are in the class. No one wants to get up and present a presentation to a class of people who don't really care. But remind yourself of that too- not many people really care about whether you mess up on a word or something goes wrong while you are presenting. Also, flash cards of a summary of each slide really helps to keep your thoughts collected and together during your presentation.

Wear flip flops or sandals of your choice, you can get a super cheap pair at either Walmart or the Dollar Store- this will totally help. Make sure to wear them every time you go to the bathroom and in the shower!

To destress, I do a few things. I light some candles, turn on some relaxing music and just sit and chill. I also like to get baths/showers when I'm stressed, I feel that they usually help me calm down, especially if you have nice smelling soaps!... (more)

To destress, I do a few things. I light some candles, turn on some relaxing music and just sit and chill. I also like to get baths/showers when I'm stressed, I feel that they usually help me calm down, especially if you have nice smelling soaps! Youtube and Netflix are great to just binge watch videos of your choice as well!

For me, I found having an individual printer of my own way better than having to travel to the library or one of the other buildings on campus with a printer. When you're in a rush to print something, you don't always have the time to print out.... (more)

For me, I found having an individual printer of my own way better than having to travel to the library or one of the other buildings on campus with a printer. When you're in a rush to print something, you don't always have the time to print out. When I had an individual printer, it was nice to have the convenience of being able to print whenever I wanted.

I believe that an unpaid internship is worthwhile, if it helps you grow and improves on your existing skills all while exposing you to a potential career path (experience is key). If while at your internship you feel you're merely being used as a... (more)

I believe that an unpaid internship is worthwhile, if it helps you grow and improves on your existing skills all while exposing you to a potential career path (experience is key). If while at your internship you feel you're merely being used as a person to do menial jobs and you're not learning much, then I would say it is not worth it. It all depends!

I think that long distance relationships can be hard and before you leave for college, your boyfriend/girlfriend should talk and arrange how to be in touch often and see each other when you can. College can bring about new friendships and... (more)

I think that long distance relationships can be hard and before you leave for college, your boyfriend/girlfriend should talk and arrange how to be in touch often and see each other when you can. College can bring about new friendships and relationships, and you'll be meeting new people which can make them jealous. My advice is do not continue dating if you feel that you will not be able to maintain the relationship and keep up with it. There is no point stringing someone along if you have intentions of finding someone else or simply being single.

I think it is a great idea to have a signature on your email that displays certain accolades and accomplishments you have. I maybe would refrain from using all of your activities and maybe just include one or two that are the most meaningful and... (more)

I think it is a great idea to have a signature on your email that displays certain accolades and accomplishments you have. I maybe would refrain from using all of your activities and maybe just include one or two that are the most meaningful and hold great significance to you. I would also include your year and expected graduation date!

If that is your first impression of the course, I would switch out as soon as you can. The sooner you switch, the easier it will be for you to find another course more suitable for you and transition to that course. Be sure to check with your... (more)

If that is your first impression of the course, I would switch out as soon as you can. The sooner you switch, the easier it will be for you to find another course more suitable for you and transition to that course. Be sure to check with your school's advising center on deadlines for dropping courses!

This year, I am lessening my load for the spring semester and I feel perfectly fine about it! I took two courses this summer and am taking 16 credits this semester so that way I'm not bombarded the last semester of college. I don't see a problem... (more)

This year, I am lessening my load for the spring semester and I feel perfectly fine about it! I took two courses this summer and am taking 16 credits this semester so that way I'm not bombarded the last semester of college. I don't see a problem with doing that if that is something that works for you and your schedule- forget what anybody thinks and do what's best for you!

Clothing essentials are perhaps the most important element of packing for college. In my opinion, first you should get an idea of the location of your school, it's climate and what the weather is like. Once you know that, you can determine what to... (more)

Clothing essentials are perhaps the most important element of packing for college. In my opinion, first you should get an idea of the location of your school, it's climate and what the weather is like. Once you know that, you can determine what to bring. If you're going to a school in the Northeast, you'll want to balance a wardrobe of summer and winter clothes. If you are going to school in the South, you'll want to pack clothes for warmer weather. Regardless of where you go, a good pair of sneakers, a raincoat, baseball hat, and sweatshirt are good essentials!

I've never had a rabbit before so I'm not sure how good my advice can be, but perhaps consider a cage for him! You can place him in the cage with food and water while you are away and once you come back home you can take him out and watch/hold him... (more)

I've never had a rabbit before so I'm not sure how good my advice can be, but perhaps consider a cage for him! You can place him in the cage with food and water while you are away and once you come back home you can take him out and watch/hold him to make sure he's not sneaking away to tear things up!

Honestly, I would just bring it up to him casually but directly. Say exactly how you feel and tell him you don't appreciate the fact he carelessly tosses it around the apartment instead of respecting you enough to give it back. I would stress that... (more)

Honestly, I would just bring it up to him casually but directly. Say exactly how you feel and tell him you don't appreciate the fact he carelessly tosses it around the apartment instead of respecting you enough to give it back. I would stress that phone chargers don't cost a whole lot of money and if it's that big of a deal he can get one (but in a nice way!)

To capture the fun moments you're experiencing abroad, there are a few things I would recommend! First, if you have a smartphone, take pictures on there! The technology that we have today has made it possible to take remarkable pics on our phones-... (more)

To capture the fun moments you're experiencing abroad, there are a few things I would recommend! First, if you have a smartphone, take pictures on there! The technology that we have today has made it possible to take remarkable pics on our phones- plus you can add filters with apps like VSCO to make the moments look even cooler. Second, a polaroid camera is an awesome and inexpensive way to add a nostalgic and vintage flair to your memories, plus they make awesome decorations! Souvenirs are also great ways to remember your trip and if I were you, I would pick up brochures, flyers, business cards, etc. of places you've eaten, stayed at, visited, etc. to remember those places more vividly too! You can combine all of these items in a scrapbook to look back on someday!

Honestly, day trips are the best for those quick, mini vacations you are looking for before the end of the summer. A day trip to the beach, an amusement park, etc. could be done on a tight budget all while still being fun! Also, check online for... (more)

Honestly, day trips are the best for those quick, mini vacations you are looking for before the end of the summer. A day trip to the beach, an amusement park, etc. could be done on a tight budget all while still being fun! Also, check online for coupons for local amusement parks, zoos, etc. because you never know what you can come across that will save a few dollars in your wallet!

I am obsessed with being organized and having planners for each year. One of the biggest elements I look for when buying one is spaces for individual days of the month where I can write due dates for assignments, what I have to do that day,... (more)

I am obsessed with being organized and having planners for each year. One of the biggest elements I look for when buying one is spaces for individual days of the month where I can write due dates for assignments, what I have to do that day, quizzes and tests, etc. I like to have enough room to write all that I need to do for that day! Also bright colors, inspirational sayings, and fun patterns are also a huge plus for me. Don't get me wrong though, functionality is number one when it comes to planners!

This isn't instant in it's entirety but I promise it will save you both money and time in the long run! Meal prepping has been a great solution for my spontaneous hunger and you can make it as healthy as you want. I usually use chicken, prepare it... (more)

This isn't instant in it's entirety but I promise it will save you both money and time in the long run! Meal prepping has been a great solution for my spontaneous hunger and you can make it as healthy as you want. I usually use chicken, prepare it to your liking (I either pan-sear or boil mine) and add veggies with a yummy sauce of your choice! Inexpensive, quick and long lasting, what else could you want?

Like Danielle, I found that taking the stairs instead of the elevator is a great way to incorporate some fast cardio into your routine on your way to class- trust me it will wipe you out! If you are at your dorm/apartment and have 10 minutes, try... (more)

Like Danielle, I found that taking the stairs instead of the elevator is a great way to incorporate some fast cardio into your routine on your way to class- trust me it will wipe you out! If you are at your dorm/apartment and have 10 minutes, try HIIT cardio! You can jump rope, do jumping jacks, sprints- anything that gets your heart pumping!

When putting together a signature for emails, it can be tough to figure out what exactly you should include because you don't want to put too little or too much. My recommendation is to put your full name, the university you attend, your major,... (more)

When putting together a signature for emails, it can be tough to figure out what exactly you should include because you don't want to put too little or too much. My recommendation is to put your full name, the university you attend, your major, graduation date, and contact information like preferred email addresses and a preferred phone number. You can also include any important positions you may hold such as president or member of a specific society!

When it came time for me to begin looking for internships/jobs, I wasn't really sure where to start. A great resource for me was my university's career center, where they not only have advisors that can help you build your resume and help you find... (more)

When it came time for me to begin looking for internships/jobs, I wasn't really sure where to start. A great resource for me was my university's career center, where they not only have advisors that can help you build your resume and help you find an internship, but they also provide an online network where you can create a profile and search yourself! This was a really helpful tool that helped me land a position in my current job. Other resources could be friends or family connections, or separate websites like internships.com and monster.com!

In my personal experience with college advisors, I felt that they can be a great help. Most recently, I needed help figuring out what courses I could take to fill certain criteria that were necessary to graduate. Since I wasn't sure how to figure... (more)

In my personal experience with college advisors, I felt that they can be a great help. Most recently, I needed help figuring out what courses I could take to fill certain criteria that were necessary to graduate. Since I wasn't sure how to figure this out myself, I made an appointment. Not only was I able to get a full evaluation of the courses I had already taken, but I was also able to delve into my future courses and requirements for graduation. I also touched on internships and credit transfer for summer courses at a separate college. Basically, any question you have an advisor should be able to assist you to the best of their ability and I have had only positive experiences with academic/career advisors.